How much does a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe cost?

The bus ticket price from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe starts at R 466. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe?

The average travel time between Plovdiv and Istanbul Europe is around 6h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 372 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Plovdiv and Istanbul Europe?

The number of buses from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe?

When taking the bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe, you can travel comfortably and safely with Infobus, Arda Tur, Metro Bulgaria.

Bus Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe from R 475 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe on 9 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:59	Yug Bus station	5h 1m	06:00	Esenler Otogarı	CheapestFastest
15:30	Avtogara Yug	5h 30m	22:00	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	No tags
19:10	Sever	5h 50m	02:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
19:10	Sever	5h 50m	02:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
21:00	Avtogara Yug	6h 5m	04:05	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	No tags

Next departures from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe on 12 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:59	Yug Bus station	5h 1m	06:00	Esenler Otogarı	CheapestFastest
00:30	Sever	6h 30m	08:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
02:15	Avtogara Yug	6h 30m	09:45	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	No tags
00:30	Sever	6h 30m	08:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
11:00	Sever	7h	19:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags

Next departures from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe on 13 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:59	Yug Bus station	5h 1m	06:00	Esenler Otogarı	CheapestFastest
00:30	Sever	6h 30m	08:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
02:15	Avtogara Yug	6h 30m	09:45	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	No tags
00:30	Sever	6h 30m	08:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
11:00	Sever	7h	19:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags

Next departures from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe on 14 November
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
23:59	Yug Bus station	5h 1m	06:00	Esenler Otogarı	CheapestFastest
00:30	Sever	6h 30m	08:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
02:15	Avtogara Yug	6h 30m	09:45	Esenler Otogar, Istanbul	No tags
00:30	Sever	6h 30m	08:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags
11:00	Sever	7h	19:00	Esenler Otogarı	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:12 AM EET.

Get from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 466, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

6h 30mAverage duration

366 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

Arda Tur

3/5255 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.6

According to multiple reviews, customers appreciate the helpfulness of Arda's bus driver and his assistant in assisting them with catching a taxi to the airport when they were running late for their flights from Istanbul. However, some customers have mentioned that the buses do not always arrive on time as scheduled, often due to traffic jams. Additionally, there are complaints about lack of notification regarding rescheduled departures.

Arda Tur Plovdiv Istanbul Europe recent customer reviews

Very helpfull driver and his assistant, I was late for my flight from Istanbul, but Arda's bus driver did everything is possible to help me catch a taxi to airport on his way to bus station in Istanbul. Really appreciate such kindness and help.

Igor S.

16 November 2022

All good but the bus does not arrive at 17:30 as scedulled. More like 19 o’clock. Enormous traffic jam.

Miroslav V.

22 July 2022

My bus should departure at 2:15. I was on bus station at 2:05. But bus arrived earlier. I wasn't notified about reschedule.

Natalia R.

9 May 2022

Metro Bulgaria

3/513 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness5

WiFi3.4

FlixBus

3.5/511 245 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Huntur

4/518 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness3

WiFi2

Alpar Turizm

3.5/548 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.4

WiFi2.3

Panorama Trans

3.5/53 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

VIP Arda Tur

3/5130 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.6

Based on 130 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the Wi-Fi. VIP Arda Tur ticket prices on this trip start at R 466

VIP Arda Tur Plovdiv Istanbul Europe recent customer reviews

Автобус не приехал в 11 часов, как было написано в билете, только в 15 часов и ехел почти 9! Часов

Oksana S.

13 March 2023

Very satisfying ride

Akiko K.

3 May 2023

Everything is magnificent

Alexandr T.

18 August 2022

Karat-S

4/5279 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.7

WiFi2

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Where are the popular stops in Plovdiv and Istanbul Europe?

Stops in Plovdiv

A - Sever

Stops in Istanbul Europe

A - İstanbul

B - Esenler Otogarı

C - Alibeyköy Cep Otogarı

D - Büyükçekmece

E - Avcılar

F - Atakent

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe by bus

How much does a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe cost?
The bus ticket price from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe starts at R 466. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe?
The average travel time between Plovdiv and Istanbul Europe is around 6h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 4h 45m. This is the time it takes to travel the 372 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Plovdiv and Istanbul Europe?
The number of buses from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 10 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe?
When taking the bus from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe, you can travel comfortably and safely with Infobus, Arda Tur, Metro Bulgaria.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/11

R 476

08/11

R 476

Today

R 476

10/11

R 479

11/11

R 479

12/11

R 476

13/11

R 475

14/11

R 475

The cheapest trip from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe was searched and found on 13 Nov 2025 with a price of R 475

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 475 to R 726 for a bus ticket from Plovdiv to Istanbul Europe based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 475, which is on 2025-11-13.

Usually Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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